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I suppose you are referring to a "Carpenter's Tape", one that is wound inside of a 4" x 4" metal case. If that is correct then, the carpenter needs the tape to be rigid as it is extended for vast distances. The slight width-wide curve gives the metal tape more rigidity thus allowing the carpenter to obtain accurate measurements.
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Mechanical engineering measuring instruments?
There are a huge number of possibilities. What do you want to measure? Here are just a few: Calipers, micrometers, scales, measuring tapes, lasers, etc. for measuring distances. Rockwell hardness tester for measuring how hard a material is. Thermometer A sound meter for measuring how noisy a work place is. Pressure gauges Strain gauges for measure how much a part is stretched or compressed when a load is applied. Multimeter for measuring electrical voltages and currents. Tachometer for measuring how fast something is spinning
What are open reel tapes?
Hi, Open reel tapes are equivelent to tapes like used on the older reel to reel tape recorders. They used to have open reel tapes for audio and video recorders. Many are still in use today. Open reel tapes had to be hand threaded through the tape transport whereas a cassette tape is self contained and the transport handles all the unloading and loading functions. Hope this helps, Cubby
What is a measuring tape used for?
Metric Rulers and meter sticks are used to measure short lengths and distances. Both devices are marked in centimeters and millimeters.Metric Rulers are generally 15 cm (6 inches) and 30 cm (12 inches) long.
What are polypropylene tapes used for?
One use is as insulating tape. Another is as jointing tape in plumbing.
What is a ball-nose riser?
A riser that has a curved shape at front.
What are material used for measuring?
Measuring tapes and rulers.
What is Fiberglass measuring tape?
A measuring tape made of fiberglass. I have 3, very smooth and much better than steel tapes.
How to get centimeters on the measuring tape?
You can buy many tapes with inches on one edge and metric on the other.
When using the measuring cylinder do you talk the measurement at the side of the cured surface or the curved surface?
I think you are talking about a graduated cylinder. When measuring liquids in a grad. cylinder you should read at the bottom of the miniscus ( the curved surface of the water or other liquid).
What tools do tailors use?
What tools would the tailors use in colonial times? They would use scissors, needle and thread and measuring devices, such as rulers, measuring tapes, etc. .
What are the easiest measure tools to use for home repairs?
Measuring tape is the most commonly used tool for measuring. It's versatility makes it the premium choice. Measuring tapes are extremely easy to use and they fit in a small space. Other, perhaps older options are, measuring sticks and measuring thread.
Why measuring tapes are made of invar steels?
Because Invar steel expands and contracts very little with changes in temperature.
How do you overcome the obstruction to horizontal distance measurement using tape?
The usual method for measuring distance is using tapes. To overcome the obstruction to horizontal distance measurement 30 m steel ribbon tapes can be used.
What instrument would be most suitable for measuring length of a curved line?
Standard flexible tape measure
Where is the lowest measuring point used when used when you are sized for your protective mask?
the point at the center of the curved part of your jawbone
Where is the lower measuring point used when you are sized for your protection mask?
the point at the center of the curved part of your jawbone (tip of the chin)
Define measuring tools?
accurate measurements is one of the basic skills to be mastered in wood workingANS 2 -Measuring tools would include rulers, tape measures, protractors, micrometers, calipers (inside and outside), and laser tapes.
